Sofia Vergara boyfriend to run for US Senate?

Sofia Vergara has said that she supports her boyfriend's interest in politics.

The Modern Family star has been dating Republican environmental businessman Nick Loeb for the past year.

Loeb recently announced that he is considering a bid for the Florida US Senate seat in 2012. Vergara told People that she is thrilled for him and hopes to encourage his passion for politics.

"I don't know if it will really happen, but I'm very excited for him," Vergara said. "If he decides to do it, I think he will be amazing. My boyfriend is very inclined to politics and that's his passion."

Vergara concluded: "I support him with everything. If that's what he wants to do in his life, I will be there for him."